Happy Friday, folks, another week has flown by and with it comes a fresh batch of new music to soundtrack your weekend. From long-awaited returns to buzzy debuts, today’s playlist reflects the range and energy of what’s moving the culture right now. It’s a reminder that Friday isn’t just the start of the weekend—it’s also release day.
This week, the spotlight shines on some heavy hitters. Mariah Carey makes her long-anticipated return with Here For It All, her first album in seven years, while Doja Cat unleashes her fifth studio project, Vie. Cardi B also adds to the conversation with “Don’t Do Too Much,” a fiery bonus cut from Am I the Drama?, and Ari Lennox keeps her momentum going with “Vacancy.” Today’s list also includes tracks from Ty Dolla $ign, Ice Spice, Khalid and more.
Take a listen to the best new music this week below.
Doja Cat – ‘Vie’
Today, GRAMMY award-winning artist Doja Cat releases her fifth studio album, Vie out now via Kemosabe Records/ RCA Records. Listen to it HERE.
Mariah Carey – ‘Here For It All’
The iconic Mariah Carey returns with Here For It All, her first album in seven years. Stream the album HERE.
Cardi B – “Don’t Do Too Much”
Today, Cardi B releases “Don’t Do Too Much,” a new track off the bonus edition of AM I THE DRAMA? Check it out HERE.
Ari Lennox – “Vacancy”
After the release of her single “Soft Girl Era” earlier this year, GRAMMY-nominated artist Ari Lennox shares her new track, “Vacancy.” Listen to the song HERE.
Ty Dolla $ign ft. Kodak Black & YG – “SMILE BODY PRETTY FACE”
Building anticipation for his upcoming album Tycoon, Ty Dolla $ign connects with Kodak Black and YG for the track “SMILE BODY PRETTY FACE.” Stream it HERE.
Syd – “GMFU”
The multitalented Syd gifts fans and supporters with the new single “GMFU.” Check it out HERE.
Ice Spice – “Baddie Baddie”
Ice Spice has shared a new single “Baddie Baddie,” produced by RiotUSA and samples M.I.A.’s 2012 hit “Bad Girls.” Listen to it HERE.
Khalid – “out of body”
Khalid is back with a new single called “Out Of Body,” the latest track from his upcoming album After the Sun Goes Down. Stream the record HERE.
Monaleo – “Sexy Soulaan”
Fresh off her new marriage to Stunna4Vegas, Monaleo drops “Sevy Soulaan” today. Hear the song HERE.
Eric Bellinger ft. Brndn – “Vogue”
Singer and songwriter Eric Bellinger connects with Brndn for the song “Vogue,” from his new album It All Makes Sense. Check it out HERE.
Tweet – “Toot Toot”
Today, Tweet delivers “Toot Toot,” from her upcoming album Memoirs of the Southern Hummingbird. Listen to it HERE.
Tiara Thomas ft. H.E.R. – “Move”
Tiara Thomas, a Grammy and Oscar-winning singer-songwriter, has released a new single titled “Move,” featuring H.E.R. Stream the song HERE.
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